How to Remove Foundation Stains

If you’ve ever thrown on a bit of makeup running out the door, you may have spilled a bit of foundation before. Powder can be fairly simple to brush off or rinse out, but liquid foundation may be trickier. Here’s how to wash it out.

Step 1

Remove excess

Use a dull knife to gently scrape off any excess foundation lingering on your item.

Step 2

Treat stain

Dampen stain and rub with bar soap. Massage it between your fingers until it begins to lift. Rinse well and repeat as needed.

rubbing bar soap on stain

Step 3

Wash

Wash item according to garment label, with a Stain & Odor pod and Oxi Boost pod.

Step 4

Dry

If the stain is gone, feel free to dry according to the label. If it remains, soak in a sink with a dissolved Oxi Boost pod for 1-3 hours, then wash again.

setting dryer settings

Products to treat foundation stains:
Stain & Odor Laundry Pods, Oxi Booster Pod